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Lions agreed to terms with RT Rick Wagner to a five-year, $47.5 million contract.

The Bears are apparently outbidding everyone by a mile for Mike Glennon, but they couldn't beat the Lions' offer to Wagner, who will replace Riley Reiff at right tackle in Detroit. 27-year-old Wagner was one of the NFL's premier pass-blocking right tackles last season and holds his own in the running game. Largely durable, Wagner has started at least 14 games in three straight seasons. The deal makes him the NFL's second-highest paid right tackle behind Lane Johnson, who is being paid as a future left tackle in Philadelphia. Mar 8 - 1:11 PM

The deal should become official on Thursday, "assuming no snags in final negotiations." Wagner was also being pursued by the Bears and Bills. It's a big get for the Lions, who needed a right tackle to replace free agent Riley Reiff. Per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the deal is expected to net Wagner over $9 million annually. Mar 8 - 12:51 PM

Alex Marvez of The Sporting News reports the Lions have become a "strong contender" for free agent RT Rick Wagner.

The Lions have a need at right tackle with Riley Reiff likely to leave in free agency. They've also been linked to former Panthers RT Mike Remmers. Wagner is considered the top tackle available in this year's free agent class and is already drawing considerable interest around the league. The Bears and Bills have both been mentioned as potential suitors. Mar 8 - 12:37 PM

According to Michael Lombardi of The Ringer, the Bears and Bills are "all over" free agent RT Rick Wagner.

The Bears have been in on Wagner from the start but this is the first time we've seen the Bills linked to him. Wagner won't come cheap, but he'd be a massive upgrade for Buffalo at right tackle. Jordan Mills was one of the worst tackles in football last season, earning PFF's No. 68 grade out of 76 qualifiers. Wagner is expected to command $8 million annually. Mar 8 - 10:44 AM

"He’s making really good progress. Beyond that, he’s out of his sling, so he’s working at it," said Caldwell. Decker had a 4-6 month timetable back in early June. He opened camp on the active/PUP list and is a candidate to miss the first six weeks on reserve/PUP. The Lions are hoping Greg Robinson beats out Cyrus Kouandjio for their starting left tackle vacancy.